UPSC Other Recruitment 2026 | Notification Out

Union Public Service Commission has opened online applications. The last date to apply is 31 Jul 2026. Check whether you are eligible, note the last date, and apply on the official website before the deadline.

⚠️ Warning: never pay any agent or website for a government job. Always apply only on the official site linked below — no government recruitment ever gives a job in exchange for a fee.

In short

UPSC is the country's most prestigious recruiter, selecting for top services including the IAS and IPS. Go through the requirements below so your application isn't rejected on a small mistake.

Who can apply?

The age limit is 30 to 45 years. Reserved categories get relaxation as per the rules. If you have the slightest doubt about eligibility, read the relevant part of the official notification before filling the form — a wrong entry can get your application rejected and the fee is non-refundable.

Important Dates

Application Fee

Age Limit

Pay Scale

Pay Level varies by post — check the official notification

How to Apply

1. Visit the UPSC Online Application Portal at upsconline.nic.in/ora .
2. Complete Account Creation on the portal, if not already registered.
3. Complete the Universal Registration module to generate a Universal Registration Number (URN), which is common across all UPSC recruitments and remains constant for the candidate.
4. Fill the Common Application Form (CAF), including uploading a photograph and capturing a live photograph as instructed on the portal.
5. Upload signature: sign three times on plain white paper in black ink and upload the image as per the portal's instructions.
6. Fill the fourth, post/vacancy-specific module for the desired post, available only during the notified application window.
7. Upload all supporting documents against each claim (date of birth, category, educational qualification, experience, disability, etc.) as separate PDF files.
8. Pay the prescribed application fee online, if applicable to your category.
9. Review all entries carefully - applications cannot be withdrawn, and no correction or alteration is permitted after submission.
10. Submit the application and download/print the finally submitted Online Recruitment Application for your own records.

What is the salary?

Pay scale for this post: Pay Level varies by post — check the official notification. Government pay adds DA (dearness allowance), HRA and travel allowance on top of the basic, so the in-hand amount is higher than the basic pay.

Keep these documents ready before applying

• A photo ID — Aadhaar is the easiest
• Scanned copy of your signature
• Qualification certificates and mark sheets
• Passport-size photo (JPG, usually 20–50 KB)
• Class 10 certificate (date-of-birth proof)
• Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS), latest format, for reservation

Before you apply — small things that help

Apply a few days before the last date; the site gets crowded near the deadline. After submitting, download the confirmation and note your registration number — you'll need it for the admit card and result.

Important Links

FAQ — Your Questions, Answered

Official source: official notification ↗. Always verify on the official website before applying.

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